8-year-old calls Cape Coral police on dad for allegedly driving drunkMan arrested for leaving dogs outside in heat for days without water in Fort Myers
CAPE CORAL 8-year-old calls Cape Coral police on dad for allegedly driving drunk The Cape Coral Police Department has arrested a man for allegedly driving under the influence after his daughter called 911 on him.
FORT MYERS Man arrested for leaving dogs outside in heat for days without water in Fort Myers A man has been arrested after allegedly leaving two dogs outside in the heat for multiple days in Fort Myers.
Chill Factor Performance looks to market national products in SWFL Chill Factor Performance has been operating out of a nondescript, unlabeled industrial warehouse in Fort Myers for more than 15 years.
LEHIGH ACRES Active death investigation at Lehigh Acres home The Lee County Sheriff’s Office is conducting a death investigation at a home in Lehigh Acres late Monday morning.
HENDRY COUNTY Hendry County lifts burn ban The burn ban on unregulated outdoor fires in Hendry County has been lifted on Monday after a little over a month.
LEHIGH ACRES Lee County deputies swarm Lehigh Acres neighborhood Over the weekend, Lee County Sheriff’s Office deputies swarmed a Lehigh Acres neighborhood near Lee Boulevard and Gunnery Road.
Judge halts law requiring more extensive financial disclosures from local officials A federal judge ruled that a 2023 state law requiring municipal elected officials and candidates to disclose detailed financial information violates their rights, siding with municipal officials who sued.
downtown fort Myers Downtown Fort Myers businesses see foot traffic decline since bridge closure Since the Caloosahatchee Bridge closure, some businesses in downtown Fort Myers have noticed a decline in foot traffic due to the closure.
NORTH FORT MYERS Lee Civic Center brings dinosaurs to Southwest Florida Fathers and their children filled the Lee Civic Center to celebrate the big day with a Jurassic experience.
the weather authority Hotter day ahead with isolated rain this afternoon The Weather Authority is tracking a hot but breezy Monday with isolated rain showers expected in the afternoon.
FORT MYERS Truck slams into Fort Myers home, 1 injured The Florida Highway Patrol and the Fort Myers Police Department are investigating a truck crashing into a home on Superior Street.
Rare tropical system could form off Florida’s Atlantic coast It’s unusual for a June storm to develop in the Atlantic and make landfall from the east.
MATLACHA Construction on Little Pine Island Bridge continues If you’re taking a trip to Matlacha this week, you might begin to see some traffic back ups.
LEHIGH ACRES LCSO deputies investigating attempted carjacking The Lee County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a scene they are calling an attempted carjacking.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA WINK Neighborhood Watch: Road rage and drug trafficking This weeks segment of WINK neighborhood watch features road rage, drones, and drugs.
CAPE CORAL 8-year-old calls Cape Coral police on dad for allegedly driving drunk The Cape Coral Police Department has arrested a man for allegedly driving under the influence after his daughter called 911 on him.
FORT MYERS Man arrested for leaving dogs outside in heat for days without water in Fort Myers A man has been arrested after allegedly leaving two dogs outside in the heat for multiple days in Fort Myers.
Chill Factor Performance looks to market national products in SWFL Chill Factor Performance has been operating out of a nondescript, unlabeled industrial warehouse in Fort Myers for more than 15 years.
LEHIGH ACRES Active death investigation at Lehigh Acres home The Lee County Sheriff’s Office is conducting a death investigation at a home in Lehigh Acres late Monday morning.
HENDRY COUNTY Hendry County lifts burn ban The burn ban on unregulated outdoor fires in Hendry County has been lifted on Monday after a little over a month.
LEHIGH ACRES Lee County deputies swarm Lehigh Acres neighborhood Over the weekend, Lee County Sheriff’s Office deputies swarmed a Lehigh Acres neighborhood near Lee Boulevard and Gunnery Road.
Judge halts law requiring more extensive financial disclosures from local officials A federal judge ruled that a 2023 state law requiring municipal elected officials and candidates to disclose detailed financial information violates their rights, siding with municipal officials who sued.
downtown fort Myers Downtown Fort Myers businesses see foot traffic decline since bridge closure Since the Caloosahatchee Bridge closure, some businesses in downtown Fort Myers have noticed a decline in foot traffic due to the closure.
NORTH FORT MYERS Lee Civic Center brings dinosaurs to Southwest Florida Fathers and their children filled the Lee Civic Center to celebrate the big day with a Jurassic experience.
the weather authority Hotter day ahead with isolated rain this afternoon The Weather Authority is tracking a hot but breezy Monday with isolated rain showers expected in the afternoon.
FORT MYERS Truck slams into Fort Myers home, 1 injured The Florida Highway Patrol and the Fort Myers Police Department are investigating a truck crashing into a home on Superior Street.
Rare tropical system could form off Florida’s Atlantic coast It’s unusual for a June storm to develop in the Atlantic and make landfall from the east.
MATLACHA Construction on Little Pine Island Bridge continues If you’re taking a trip to Matlacha this week, you might begin to see some traffic back ups.
LEHIGH ACRES LCSO deputies investigating attempted carjacking The Lee County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a scene they are calling an attempted carjacking.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA WINK Neighborhood Watch: Road rage and drug trafficking This weeks segment of WINK neighborhood watch features road rage, drones, and drugs.
Memorial Day celebrated across Southwest Florida.(CREDIT: WINK News) Memorial Day, a day of remembrance for those who have died in the military, honors those who have served in the armed forces. Ceremonies, parades, and the decoration of graves mark the day, which is celebrated every year across the country. Some events being held on Memorial Day in Southwest Florida are: Lee County Cape Memorial Day Service Coral Ridge Funeral Home & Cemetery Veterans Honor Garden Located at 950 Chiquita Blvd S. 10 a.m. The service brings together community leaders and veteran organizations to honor those who gave the ultimate sacrifice for their country. Memorial Day at The Courtyard This event benefits the Southwest Florida Military Museum. Hosted by Gulf Coast Town Center 9903 Gulf Coast Main Street, Fort Myers, FL 33913 Monday, May 27 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Memorial Day Service Guest speaker for the Memorial Day Service is U.S. Air Force Lieutenant General Robert J. Elder Jr. Hosted by The City of Bonita Springs Veterans Advisory Committee Downtown Bonita Springs Riverside Park, 10450 Reynolds St. Monday, May 27 Starts at 9 a.m. Memorial Day Hosted by Margaritaville Beach Resort 251 Crescent St, Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931 Monday, May 27 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Charlotte County Memorial Day Program The Vietnam Wall of Southwest Florida 200 Harbor Walk Dr., Punta Gorda 9:30 a.m. The program is sponsored by the Charlotte County Veterans Council. It will include a Presentation of the Colors, a 21-gun Salute, the playing of Taps, and ending with Amazing Grace on the bagpipes. YMCA Memorial Day 5K Hosted by the Punta Gorda YMCA Laishley Park Nesbit Street, Punta Gorda, FL 33955 Monday, May 27 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. A Patriotic Sunset Hosted by Painting with a Twist 18700 Veterans Blvd, Suite #8, Port Charlotte, FL 33954 Monday, May 27 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Collier County Memorial Day Appreciation Weekend Active and Retired Military Personnel free entrance. Hosted by Naples Botanical Garden 4820 Bayshore Dr, Naples, FL 34112 Saturday, May 25 through Monday, May 27 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 9th Annual SNIP Collier Memorial Day 5K Proceeds of this race will go to SNIP Collier. Hosted by Gulf Coast Runners 50 Riverside Cir, Naples, FL 34102 Monday, May 27 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Homers for Heroes ‘24 Hosted by Conquer Athletics Sports Ministry 1600 Fleischmann Blvd, Naples, FL 34102 Monday, May 27 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.